2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 717 kg more than 2007 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Nitro | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
